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630 articles for “Variability.”
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Risk for Fall Among Senior Citizens
Abstract: The present study assessed the risk for fall among senior citizens’ in Thrikkakara Municipality. The objectives of the study were to assess the risk for fall among senior citizens and find association between risk for fall among senior citizens’ and selected demographic variables. A total of 120 senior citizens were selected from two wards of Thrikkakara municipality using convenience sampling technique. Risk for fall among senior citizens’ was assessed by …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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An Exploratory study to assess the knowledge and attitude among senior citizens regarding Alzheimer disease and its Prevention in selected rural area of Ludhiana, Punjab
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess the knowledge and attitude among senior citizens regarding Alzheimer’s disease and its prevention in selected rural areas of Ludhiana, Punjab. The research project was undertaken by Ms. Harpreet Kaur in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Nursing of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot, in 2017. The objectives of the study were to assess the …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–42 Read article
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An Interventional Study to Assess the Effect of Back Care on Quality of Sleep among Geriatric People of Nadiad City
Abstract: Introduction: Sleep is a condition of body and mind that recurs for several hours every night in which the sympathetic and parasympathetic system is relatively inactive, that eyes closed, the postural muscles relaxed, and consciousness practically sling. Back care was formed in 1968 as national back pain association. Back care is registered charity that aims to reduce encumbrance of back pain by providing information and support. Encouraging best practises and …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Prevention of Vector-Borne Diseases Among Housewives
Abstract: The present study was aimed to assess the knowledge regarding prevention of vector -borne disease among housewives. The objective of the study wasere to assess the knowledge regarding prevention of vector -borne diseases and to find the association between knowledge regarding prevention of vector -borne diseases andwith selected socio -demographic variables. The study was based on health belief model. The research design adopted for the study was descriptive survey design. …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Knowledge Regarding Self-care Management among Patients with COPD
Abstract: The present study was aimed to assess knowledge regarding self-care management among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge regarding self-care management of COPD and to find association between knowledge regarding COPD and selected socio-demographic variables. The study was based on health belief model. The research design adopted for the study was descriptive survey design. The data collection instrument used …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Assess and Evaluate the Effectiveness of Breathing Therapies on Respiratory Status Among Patients with Bronchial Asthma in a Selected Hospital of Delhi
Abstract: The present experimental study aims to assess and evaluate the effectiveness of breathing therapies on respiratory status among patients with bronchial asthma in a selected hospital of Delhi. The objectives of the study were (i) to assess and evaluate the respiratory status of the patients with bronchial asthma in experimental group before and after administration of the breathing therapy; (ii) to assess and evaluate the respiratory status of the patients …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 28–38 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Chronic Kidney Disease Patient Undergoing Haemodialysis Care Among Caregivers
Abstract: Introduction: A quasi-experimental study was undertaken for a study to assess the effectiveness ofstructured teaching programme on knowledge regarding chronic kidney disease patient undergoinghaemodialysis care among caregivers at NMCH, Rohtas. The Objective of the Study: To assess the existing level of knowledge regarding chronic kidney disease patient undergoing haemodialysis careamong caregivers. (1) To implement the structured teaching program on chronic kidney disease patient undergoing haemodialysis care among caregivers. (2) To …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Effectiveness of Video-assisted Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Norovirus Among People Residing in Thiruvanmiyur and Palavakkam at Chennai
Abstract: The present research was to evaluate the impact of a video-assisted training programme on residents of Thiruvanmiyur and Palavakkam in Chennai's awareness of the norovirus. Background of the study: Norovirus is a highly contagious etiological agent of acute gastroenteritis with a worldwide distribution. Norovirus produces vomiting and diarrhoea in all age groups. Objectives: To determine the effectiveness of video-assisted teaching on Norovirus among the experimental group and find out the …
Published in International Journal of Immunological Nursing · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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ASSESSMENT OF KNOWLEDGE ON HARMONIC SCALPEL AMONG NURSES WORKING IN OPERATION THEATRE.
Abstract: The aim of the study is toassess the level of knowledge on harmonic scalpel among nurses. Descriptive Research design was chosen.The size of the samplewas 30andconvenence sampling technique used . The study result shows that 20 (67%) Nurses had moderately adequate knowledge and 10 (33%) of them had adequate knowledge on harmonic scalpel. None of their demographic variables had significant association with level of Knowledge on harmonic scalpel. None of …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 9–11 Read article
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Effect of Video-assisted Education on Cervical Cancer on Learning Outcomes among Married Women in a Selected Anganwadies under Mundur PHC, Palakkad, Kerala
Abstract: Worldwide, cervical cancer is both the fourth most common cause of cancer and the cause of death from cancer in women. This study was aimed to “Evaluate the effect of video-assisted education on cervical cancer on learning outcomes among married women in selected anganwadies under Mundur PHC”. The objectives of the study were to assess the learning outcomes on cervical cancer among married women before video-assisted teaching programme, evaluate the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Compliance & Practices Related to Inhalation Therapy (MDI/DPI) Among Asthma Patients
Abstract: BackgroundAsthma is respiratory disease characterized by acute episode of spasm of bronchi in lungs leading to difficulty in breathing.Most often it is related to theallergic reaction of airways.It is treated with inhalation therapy that is metered dose inhaler (MDI) and dry powder inhaler (DPI).However, the desired treatment outcomes are not observed due to ineffective compliance and practices of MDI /DPI (metered dose inhaler and dry powder inhalers)Aims and objectivesAssess the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis among Third-Year B.Sc. Nursing Students
Abstract: Introduction and objectives: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT) is the most common cause of thyroid diseases in children, adolescents and adults, and it is also the most common cause of acquired hypothyroidism with or without goitre. HT is characterized clinically as a commonly occurring, painless, diffuse enlargement of the thyroid gland occurring predominantly in middle-aged women. There is an infiltration of lymphocytes and plasma cells between the follicles followed by their atrophy. …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 38–43 Read article
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A Study to Assess The Attitude Regarding Online Learning among B.Sc. Nursing Students at Selected Colleges of Mysuru
Abstract: Objectives: (1) To determine the attitude of B.Sc. nursing students towards online learning; (2) To determine the association between the attitude of B.Sc. nursing students with their selected demographic variables. Methods: A descriptive approach was used 60 B.Sc. nursing students between the age group of 20–22 years were selected using a random sampling technique. The study was done to assess the attitude of B.Sc. nursing students towards online learning. The …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Awareness Regarding Immunization among Mothers Attending Visits at Teerthanker Mahaveer Hospital, Moradabad, U.P.
Abstract: To assess the level of awareness regarding immunization and to find out the association between the level of awareness regarding immunization among the mothers with the selected demographical variables. The target population for the study was the mothers in under the age group of 20–40 years. Total 100 samples were selected using the convenient sampling technique. Multiple-choice questions including socio-demographic performa was used to assess the level of awareness regarding …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Express Practice of Post Kidney Transplant Patients Regarding the Dietary Management for COVID-19 in Selected Hospital of Ahmedabad with a View to Prepare an Information Booklet on Prevention of COVID-19
Abstract: Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic is currently the most pressing issue on a global scale. To combat viruses, a healthy nutritional state must be attained and maintained. A person's nutritional status is influenced by a number of variables, including age, gender, health status, way of life, and drugs. During this COVID-19 pandemic, the nutritional status of individuals has been exploited as a resilience against instability. Strengthening the immune system is the …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 38–40 Read article
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Compare the Effectiveness of Topical Insulin vs Honey Dressing on Diabetic Foot Ulcer Among Patients with Diabetic Mellitus
Abstract: Foot ulcer and foot pain is the complication of diabetic mellitus. Diabetes can develop foot ulcer and foot pain, but proper foot care management can prevent diabetic complication, apart from that investigator used topical insulin vs. honey dressing on diabetic foot ulcer among patients with diabetic mellitus. Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of topical insulin Vs. honey dressing on diabetic foot ulcer among patients with diabetes mellitus residing in urban …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Self Concept among Adolescents
Abstract: The present study was conducted to assess the self concept among adolescents. The objectives of the study were; to assess the self concept among adolescent population using self concept inventory and find the association between the self concepts with selected demographic variable. Non-experimental quantitative approach was used and research design adopted for the study is descriptive survey design. The study was carried out in Ward 34 of Thrikkakara municipality. A …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Knowledge on Post-Exposure Prophylaxis among Nursing Students
Abstract: Objective: The objective was to assess the level of knowledge on post-exposure prophylaxis among IInd year General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) students at the School of Nursing, Madurai Medical College, Madurai. The study was done to associate the level of knowledge on post-exposure prophylaxis among IInd year General Nursing Midwifery students at School of Nursing with their selected socio-demographic variables. Conceptual Frame Work: The conceptual framework used to guide this study …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 5–12 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge of Nursing Staff Regarding Needle Stick Injury in Selected Hospital, Mysore
Abstract: Needle stick injuries (NSIs) are most common accidents reported by healthcare workers, inclusive of doctors, nurses and non-clinical staff. Objectives: 1) To assess the level of knowledge of nursing staff regarding needle stick injury. 2) To find the association between knowledge scores of nursing staff regarding needle stick injury with their selected personal variables. Methodology: Formal administrative permission was obtained from Institution prior to data collection. Informed consent was obtained …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 20–22 Read article
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Retrospective Quantitative Assessment on Difference in Hearing Impairment of Users and Non-Users of Headphones
Abstract: Introduction: Hearing is one of the central functions of the body, with sight and taction. Hearing facilitate individual to collaborate with his surroundings at all zone. Human hearing elongate in oscillations ranges from 20-20,000 Hertz (Hz) whereas in magnitude from 0 to140 decibels (dB) or more. Technology is affective along day by day, leaving us all ambushed in gratification and cheerfulness with atrocious effects on health. Headphones and earphones are …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 57–66 Read article